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Modern corporations require teamwork, which gives rise to outdoor team-building programs, like rock climbing, ropes courses, scavenger hunts, and so on. Unfortunately, when corporate participants return to their offices, most quickly forget such out-of-the-routine team-building lessons. Consultants Paul Gustavson and Stewart Liff offer an alternative: the “Five-Stage Team Development Model.” They expertly – though at times cumbersomely – explain the principles behind their “team of leaders” program, how it works and the benefits it provides. Their interesting but complex model – with its multiple steps and layers – rests upon a solid theoretical base (a team of leaders is a clearly desirable goal), but may prove challenging to apply in the real world. getAbstract recommends this ambitious manual – and its clear graphics – to executives, managers, start-ups and HR officers who can mine it for innovative, forward-looking strategies for team building, more efficient work flow, greater worker engagement and increased profits.

In this summary, you will learn

How the “Five-Stage Team Development Model” works,

Why Stage Five teams are the best,

How to design and build Stage Five teams, and

How enhancing your work environment results in more productive and engaged workers.

About the Authors

Paul Gustavson is an author, board member, adviser, speaker and organizational design consultant. Stewart Liff, a classically trained artist, worked for the US government for 32 years.

Summary

No Boss or All Bosses? The General Electric plant in Durham, North Carolina, produces specialized jet engines. In this unique facility, more than 300 employees work under no immediate supervisors. The only person in the entire facility with designated authority is the plant manager. Teams...